Love From Parker

I’m still feeling the magic of last weekend’s Wild Woman Retreat with the inspirational Kirsty Gallagher

When faced with a decision that scares you.
Think of the women who came before.
Those who could only dream of the opportunities you have now.
Talk to your ancestors my friend.
Hear their primal roar.
They are beside you.
And you are never alone.
When faced with a risk in this life.
Just once or twice, jump bravely into the fire.
And know that they will be cheering you on.
And guiding you out.
They speak to you through your gut.
And they are wise.
Listen, jump, be held.

Words from the beautiful Donna Ashworth Donna Ashworth

Honouring Samhain and the Scorpio New Moon ✨

Today we celebrate Samhain, the cross-quarter festival marking the halfway point between the Autumn Equinox and the Winter Solstice.

Samhain (or Halloween) is a time to acknowledge the end of autumn and welcome the first signs of winter. It’s a sacred moment to reflect on turning points in our lives—what experiences do we need to honour, grieve, or learn from as we prepare for the next chapter?

Aligned with this transformative season, the upcoming Scorpio New Moon offers potent energy. This lunar phase invites us to reclaim our power, trust our intuition, and go within.

Scorpio asks us to shed the old and call us back to ourselves, asking us to listen deeply to our inner wisdom and recognise that everything we need is already within us.

This new moon guides us to trust ourselves in ways we may not have before. It calls us to spend time alone, to connect with our own depths, and to embrace the wisdom, magic, power, and gifts we hold. It’s a time to believe in your intuition and the inner guidance that is always leading you toward your highest purpose and potential.

Tonight, I’ve been using Patchouli and Spanish Sage essential oils to support this deep work. Patchouli is grounding and stabilising, fostering inner peace as we reflect on life’s cycles. Spanish Sage offers clarity and mental focus, helping us see what we need to release and supporting us to trust in the wisdom within.

Scorpio New Moon Affirmation: “I honour my past, release what holds me back, and embrace the power of transformation within.”

Let this Scorpio New Moon and Samhain be a time of deep connection, healing, and growth. Trust the process of change, and let this sacred night guide you into a new cycle with clarity and intention.

I recently had my beautiful Moldavite wrapped by Crystal Ki and I couldn’t be happier. 💚

The craftsmanship is stunning, and I love how I can now wear this special piece close to my heart. 💚✨💚

Embrace the Fiery Energy of the Full Moon in Aries 🔥🌕

The energy tonight feels big, this full moon is here to push us into action so we can no longer sit on the sidelines of our lives.

This moon is a call to finally free yourself from anything that’s been holding you back. It’s time to leave behind what no longer serves you and step boldly into your full potential.

Freeing yourself isn’t just about loss, it’s about creating space for growth, transformation, and becoming who you’re meant to be.
As you clear out the old, you make room for the new, and with that comes the opportunity to rise to your full potential.

The energy of this Moon wants you to take just one brave, bold step. That’s all you need.

Red Jasper is a wonderful crystal to support you through this full moon. Its grounding and energising qualities align perfectly with Aries’ fiery energy. It boosts courage, stamina, and confidence, helping you to take that bold step forward.

I shall be using my Peppermint essential oil to work through my emotions over the next few days. This oil is invigorating and refreshing, helping to clear the mind and sharpen your focus.

Use this affirmation to release your fear of changing and letting go:
"I release fear and embrace my inner courage.
I take bold steps toward my dreams with confidence and purpose."

Take the step, and let the universe guide the rest. 💫

Yesterday, I attended an incredible Tarot workshop run by Tarot 4 You and Holistic Vibes 🌙✨

I got my first set of tarot cards back in 1998, but I have mostly used them instinctively to pull a card for myself occasionally.

I'd highly recommend this workshop, the day not only deepened my understanding of Tarot but also gave me the chance to meet some wonderful, like-minded people.

Feeling so inspired and ready to integrate this into my journey! 💫

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Empowering Women's Health During Menopause Awareness Month 🌸

Together, we stand to raise awareness, break the stigma, and offer support for enhancing women’s health and well-being during this transformative phase of life.

As a certified and insured Menopause Wellness Practitioner with a deep passion for essential oils, I’m here to help you celebrate women's strength and resilience.
Menopause is a powerful journey; it can be an empowering experience with the right tools.

Upcoming Essential Oil Workshops

Join me for a series of cosy, insightful events, where we’ll explore the wonders of essential oils and their positive impact on women’s health and hormones.

In-Person Workshops, Wokingham, Berkshire:
📅 Friday, 8th November @ 19:30 – 21:00 https://fb.me/e/2s2naSqy2

💷 £20 per person, limited spaces available.
Message me to book your space.

Online Interactive Workshops:
📅 Wednesday, 30th October @ 19:30 – 21:00 https://fb.me/e/5WNF6y8gM
📅 Friday 29th November - @19.30 - 21.00 https://fb.me/e/5BGVdBoEQ
💷 £20 per person
Message me to book your space.

These workshops provide a nurturing and supportive environment to discuss, learn, and explore how essential oils can promote well-being and balance hormones during menopause.

Let’s come together to support each other, break down barriers, and celebrate the beauty of this life-changing journey. If you or someone you know could benefit from these workshops, please share this post and help spread the support.🌷

🧡🍁🍂🧡
Welcome October.
My favourite month. 🍁🍂🧡

HELLO OCTOBER
THE SEASON OF LETTING GO

And so begins the season of letting go,
when Mother Nature shows us all,
how it’s done.
Let go,
free yourself,
shake it off,
drop it,
give way for the new.
Create space for new thoughts, new ideas,
new adventures and new connections,
by shedding the dead weight you’ve been carrying around,
for so long.
And whilst you are there, being reborn and renewed,
let go of old anxieties too.
Let go of any doubts, fears or beliefs which no longer serve you well.
Release bitterness or past hurts which feast on your beauty.
Be brave,
Don’t fear the nakedness as your leaves slip away.
Mother Nature doesn’t,
watch and learn.

Donna Ashworth

Art by Martin Eager Runique.

🌿✨ Exciting New Journey ✨🌿

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially started training as a Clinical Aromatherapist🌸

This journey combines my passion for essential oils with my desire to deepen my knowledge and skills to provide even more tailored support for health and well-being.

With my background in science and holistic therapies, I’m excited to blend the best of both worlds, bringing you evidence-based approaches to harness the power of essential oils.

Stay tuned as I take you along this journey with me! I can’t wait to share new insights and offer even more specialised treatments to help you and your loved ones thrive. 🌿

Thank you for your continued support as I take this next step in expanding my practice. I look forward to sharing more about what I learn and how it will benefit you!

New season energy is heading your way tomorrow ✨

The Autumn equinox marks the changing season, with shorter days, and longer nights ahead. 🍂🌙

As we approach the equinox, a time of equal light and dark, how do you find balance in your life?

Reflect on the areas where you may feel out of sync and consider ways to restore harmony within yourself and your surroundings.

September calls us to slow down, rest, and process everything the year has brought. This is not just a time for reflection, but also for gratitude — gratitude for the challenges that have shaped us, and for the people who have supported us along the way. 🍁💖

As nature begins to release what is no longer needed, what are you ready to let go of in your life? Reflect on the things, habits, or emotions that you can release to make space for new growth. 🍃

Take a moment to appreciate the beauty of this natural phenomenon and consider how you can bring balance into your own life during this season of change.

How will you embrace the autumn equinox? 🍂✨

This Pisces Full Moon, amplified by the Supermoon and Lunar Eclipse, encourages us to release what no longer serves us.

Eclipses act as cosmic realignments, guiding us back on track when we’ve strayed from our soul’s path. Now is the time to clear out old emotional patterns and embrace deep healing.

Pisces, ruled by water, enhances emotional sensitivity. Allow yourself to truly feel what comes up, knowing that the Supermoon magnifies everything. As you slow down and sink into your emotions, you’ll find them dissolving, making way for clarity and expression of your true needs.

Trust your inner voice, engage in spiritual practices like meditation or dreamwork, and let your instincts guide you through this transformative time.

Pisces invites us to express ourselves through art, music, or writing.

With such intense energy, it’s crucial to stay grounded. Spend time in nature, practice deep breathing, and use grounding techniques to balance Pisces' dreamy, emotional energy with practical steps.

This week brings intense energy and a tidal wave of emotional healing. Be gentle with yourself and others. Honour your emotions, allow healing to unfold naturally, and give space for those around you to do the same.

Crystals and essential oils can support these energy shifts, I will be using:

Amethyst – This soothing stone will help calm intense emotions and enhance intuition. With its energy magnified by the Supermoon, Amethyst can help you navigate emotional and spiritual shifts with clarity and peace.

Lavender – Lavender’s calming properties are perfect for this heightened lunar energy. It helps soothe the nervous system and brings a sense of balance and calm amidst all the cosmic intensity.

Affirmation for this Full Moon "I release what no longer serves me, trusting the universe to guide me towards transformation and growth."

Our Pisces Full Moon is a powerful gateway to release, transform, and reset. Let the amplified energy guide you through emotional healing and help you step into a new chapter with clarity and purpose.

Chanting, Mantras, Drumming with the Power of Spikenard Essential Oil ✨

Last night, I had the amazing opportunity to attend an incredible chant and mantra class. I took along my beautiful Spikenard essential oil to deepen the whole experience.

Chanting, using mantras, and drumming are ancient practices that have been embraced by many cultures around the world. Here’s why you might want to bring these into your daily wellness routine:

Whether it's through chanting or the steady rhythm of drumming, these practices help still the mind and soothe the nervous system. Adding Spikenard further promotes deep relaxation, helping you feel centred and calm in the moment.

The vibrations from chanting and drumming align your energy centres, helping to release any blockages. Spikenard complements this beautifully with its grounding properties, bringing you back into balance emotionally and spiritually.

Chanting and drumming have a unique way of sharpening focus and clearing mental clutter. Using Spikenard during these practices can help you let go of distractions and find a deeper sense of inner stillness.

There’s something magical about the combination of sound, rhythm, and aroma. Together, they invite a deep sense of peace and allow you to surrender to the flow of life—perfect for reconnecting with your true self.

Chanting and drumming both support emotional and physical healing by helping you to release stored tension and restore harmony within. Spikenard takes this further by assisting with emotional release, helping you let go of control and embrace compassion, forgiveness, and inner healing.✨🌿

✨ What a beautiful day at the Mind, Body & Spirit Fair! 🌿💚

It was such a joy connecting with all of you who visited my stall.

Your warmth, curiosity, and uplifting energy truly made the day special.

A big thank you to everyone involved in making this event happen Holistic Vibes

And to my wonderful friend Lara .harmony.holistics for supporting me and joining me on this magical journey - we are having so much fun.

🌑✨ Welcome the New Moon in Virgo

As autumn arrives, we start a new lunar cycle with the potential for profound shifts and transformations.

With the eclipse season approaching later this month, this New Moon opens the gateway to setting powerful intentions for September.

With the Virgo season in full swing, the moon joins the sun in this grounded, pragmatic sign. This is an opportune moment to focus on feeling centred in body and mind. Virgo’s influence brings meticulous energy that aids in organising our lives and enhancing our well-being.

Let's use this New Moon to plant some deliberate seeds of intention. Whether it’s personal growth, health improvements, or career aspirations, now is the time to lay the groundwork for what you wish to cultivate.

Virgo's precision and attention to detail are unmatched. Outline your goals and the steps you intend to take. Writing them down not only clarifies your path but also helps manifest these intentions into reality.

Virgo is deeply linked to inner knowing and careful preparedness, making this a perfect time to enhance your routines to support transitions through times of change. Focus on habits that fortify your physical and mental health.

As we step into this phase, let the New Moon in Virgo inspire you to tidy up, plan ahead, and refine various aspects of your life. Harness this energy to create a balanced, healthy, and organised existence that will pave the way for future success.

🌑✨

Attention all therapists and holistic practitioners: Enhance Your Healing with AromaTouch.

Are you a beauty or holistic therapist looking to improve your practice?

Join us for an exclusive AromaTouch Introduction Workshop and explore how this powerful technique can transform your client experience.

We will share the benefits of the AromaTouch Technique and explain how it can help balance the body’s sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

The AromaTouch Technique is a clinical approach to applying essential oils along the back and feet, working with the energy meridians and visceral contact points.

Location: Wokingham Locality

Discover how this unique service can set your practice apart, encouraging client loyalty and enhancing your professional offerings.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your skills and expand your business!

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Balance isn’t just found; it’s crafted with care.

Explore our essential oils and holistic remedies for a life in harmony. 🌱💧

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🌕 Embrace tonight's Aquarius Full Moon 🌕

Tonight, as the super full moon illuminates the sky, we are invited to embrace Aquarius's unique and progressive energy.

This is not just any full moon—its energy is here to encourage us to shake things up, innovate, and step boldly into our magic.

Use this full moon to pay attention to things you wouldn't normally notice.

Take time to organise your to-do lists and goals in a flexible way that keeps you accountable. It’s a time for smart planning and embracing the unexpected.

This full moon offers deep healing for the nervous system. Slow down, get grounded, drink plenty of water, and take deep breaths.

Sink into heavy emotions rather than avoiding them; you’ll find them dissolving, allowing you to start expressing your needs and wants more clearly.

Aquarius urges us to dream bigger and embrace the possibility of powerful change. It’s calling you forward to become the person you are meant to be. Will you listen?

Pour your time and energy into people who light you up, share your values, and love you for your authentic self.

Incorporate turmeric and ginger essential oils into your routine this week. The hot and spicy notes will boost your energy, perfectly complementing Aquarius’s vibrant and transformative energy.

Let the moon’s energy inspire you to break free from the old and welcome in the new with open arms.✨

✨ Welcome the Leo New Moon 🦁

Tonight, we embrace the fiery energy of the Leo New Moon.
This is an invitation to ignite our passions, express our true selves, and step into the spotlight.

Ruled by the sun, Leo inspires us to shine brightly and live boldly.
This New Moon is the perfect time to initiate projects that reflect your unique personality and creative spirit.
Remember, everything in the world is energy, and by making yourself the centre of your universe, you attract what resonates with your vibrational match.

Use this New Moon to set intentions from the heart.
What aspirations do you wish to pursue? Write them down, visualise them, and feel the universe aligning to help you achieve them.
Make yourself the priority, for your energy will attract the realities you most resonate with.

Leo encourages flamboyance and expression. Whether it’s through art, performance, or simply speaking your truth, let your authentic voice be heard.

Overcome fears and doubts. Embrace the courage of the lion, and remember that you are powerful and capable of great things.

Leo also rules the heart. Open yourself to love and joy. Participate in activities that bring happiness and spread warmth to those around you.

Crystals for Leo's New Moon:
Tiger’s Eye for confidence and decision-making.
Sunstone to uplift mood and attract positivity.
Citrine for abundance and manifesting goals.

Essential Oils to Enhance the Leo Energy:
Bergamot to boost confidence and alleviate stress.
Frankincense to deepen spiritual connections.
Lemon for mental clarity and decision-making.

Tonight’s New Moon is a declaration of your own potential. It’s time to roar like the lion you are, unleash your talents, and chase after what sets your soul on fire.

✨ "Those Who Don't Believe in Magic Will Never Find It." ✨

As a child, this was one of my favourite quotes, and it still is today.
Do you have a favourite quote? Share it below so they never get forgotten.
Let's keep the magic of these words alive together! 💫